As a lover of music, I am constantly drawn to the pure enjoyment of a live concert…no matter where it takes me. As an electric wheelchair user, sometimes getting to the actual concert can be more difficult than venturing through the crowds and finding my seat within the venue. I do not drive so I’mContinue reading “Rocking Out with My 4Front® Power Wheelchair”
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Five Benefits of Planning a Staycation
You may have seen the term “staycation” floating around the internet in recent years. Although the concept of staying at home isn’t new, staycations have taken the online world by storm. What is a staycation? You can probably guess by the name that a staycation is the act of taking time off from work orContinue reading “Five Benefits of Planning a Staycation”
Wheelchair-Accessible Outdoors Guide
The world is your oyster. That is until you run into uneven terrain filled with gravel and inaccessible restrooms. The outdoors is meant for everyone to enjoy any time of the year. Some workers at national parks dedicate some of their time to making the parks accessible for all to experience. There are also organizations,Continue reading “Wheelchair-Accessible Outdoors Guide”
Amp Up Autumn with These Features
Autumn is a season that is loved by many for its colorful atmosphere and variety of activities and events. You’ve probably already seen some fall bucket list graphics circling around social media, as well as posts from friends and family who have been trying to cross off all the items on it. Many fall activitiesContinue reading “Amp Up Autumn with These Features”
How to Plan the Perfect Staycation
For some, the idea of staying in their hometown for a week with nothing to do is living the dream. For others, it can feel suffocating. Whether you’re planning a staycation because you want to know your area better, or don’t have the budget for going elsewhere, you may not know where to start. WhatContinue reading “How to Plan the Perfect Staycation”
Winter Activities for Wheelchair Users
Many people enjoy winter for the cooler weather and the beautiful snow-covered scenery. However, there are also plenty of people who dislike the winter for the same reasons. They believe that winter is limiting and that they cannot leave their house because of the weather. The truth is, how your winter turns out depends onContinue reading “Winter Activities for Wheelchair Users”
Navigating Holidays in Your Wheelchair
The holidays bring up many feelings in people. For some, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. For others, not so much. This time of the year can be stressful between trying to shop in crowded malls, attending parties and traveling. We have some tips for how you can maximize the holiday season withContinue reading “Navigating Holidays in Your Wheelchair”
Employment Rights for Wheelchair Users: The Basics
There’s a common misconception that wheelchair users cannot work, but that’s simply not true. Not only can we work, but we want to work. One of the biggest barriers that wheelchair users face in employment is not knowing our rights. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) specifically protects people with disabilities from discrimination in employment. The more wheelchair usersContinue reading “Employment Rights for Wheelchair Users: The Basics”
Make Your Holiday Celebration Wheelchair Friendly
The holiday season is upon us and I am excited to celebrate as much as possible! Wheelchair users are just like everyone else – some us of LOVE the holidays, and some of us just muddle through somehow. Either way, you should invite us to your holiday events just like you would invite any ofContinue reading “Make Your Holiday Celebration Wheelchair Friendly”
Disaster Preparedness for Power Wheelchair Users
As a power wheelchair user, do you know what to do in an emergency? Do you have a plan or survival kit? Are there people who can help you during a disaster? If you answered ‘no’ to any of these questions, it may be time to start thinking about what your needs would be duringContinue reading “Disaster Preparedness for Power Wheelchair Users”
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